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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1944
Page
8
Donald enters his 21st season guiding the RPI Engineers Basketball program. The article notes his tenure since 199? with 339 wins and 107 losses, highlighting a historic streak and expectations for a fast, potent lineup this fall at RPI.
Philadelphia and New York tied coins to decide playoff sites for potential end of season ties. Washington would host if two-way ties occur, with the winner facing New York elsewhere. In a three-way Philly Washington New York tie, Philly hosts Washington and the winner goes to New York. Elmer Layden observed the tosses.
Agua Caliente Mexico will ban wagering in the ring and offer only pari mutuel betting starting Sunday. Jockey Club president Eddie Nealis announced 10 races will be held each Sunday instead of the usual two to boost wagering, with the shift attributed to declining in-person play.
The Pacific Coast Champion Anecado Delight owned by Edward S Morton of Aberdeen Washington heads the Chicago show entries for the $10000 five folded championships to be held December 9 to 11. The Washington gelding will compete against horses from across the nation. About $30 900 in prizes will be awarded during the show with proceeds to charity.
Baltimore prepares for the 45th Service Classic as Army and Navy seniors meet with underclassmen in a bid for victory and pride. Key players from both sides, including Stanowicz Whitmire Martin Chase Jenkins and Lombardo, will bid farewell in this longtime interservice showdown.
George Dennis Harrow a former Catholic Central High School third baseman has been called to active duty in the Air Corps and will report to Kesster Field. Bir to Dec 1. Hari sea jest January. Brother Joseph is in the army. They are sons of Mr and Mrs Benory Herlow of 607 Avenue Watervli er.
The American Turf Association board met yesterday and declared a 2 dividend of 1 per share to be paid December 15. Jam H Vesnemen and Deaver & Cornery, both of Louisville, were elected to vacancies on the board.
Madison plans are under way to establish a living memorial scholarship fund to perpetuate the memory of Allen Shafter Jr Wisconsin quarterback who died from injuries received in the Iowa game.
The article surveys candidates to lead baseball after Landis. It weighs disciplinarian showman and respected outsiders, noting personalities from stern officials to a public figure with rugged honesty. It recalls meeting K A Landis’s likeness and explores the wide field of possible successors.
Russe knocks out English in 1 40 of the first round at Trenton Arena to extend his streak to 42 victories. Semi final features Pat Scanlon winning in the third round over Simsey. Green Bay notes Don Hutson stars and reflects on Baseball Commissioner Landis legacy and authority.
Cohoes High School begins its basketball campaign under coach Pete Mooney with a forty man squad. Veterans Jack Sto pera and Tex Lyng anchor the lineup while the roster includes job Page Derrid Sherward Stan Goyer and others. Newcomers Francis Fish Mike Novak Jim Bagley Gary Funes Eve Carpenter and Joe Gover join the team as they prepare for the opener against Lapeiogiargy.
Detroit Red Wings beat Boston Bruins 6-3 before about 11 000 in the Garden. Holler set up the first goal. Linds and McAtee also scored. Egan added two goals as Detroit pulled away in the second period while Grosso and Hollett assisted.
Navy star Jenkins spent late night in the Naval Academy infirmary with a severe infection affecting his left foot. Navy coach Hagberg said Jenkins could miss Saturday’s game but remains a key part of preparation as he rehabbed, with Navy aiming to have him back for future contests.
Terry of Brooklyn defeated Ray Rovelli of Weehawken in a close eight round decision at the Broadway Arena. Rovelli was counted out in the eighth round, with the bout going the distance and other results listed from the card in Brooklyn.
Philadelphia National League Baseball Club stockholders yesterday reelected officers and directors R R M Carpenter Jr president L Wister Randolph vice president John H Potter vice president George A Fletcher secretary treasurer R R M Carpenter Sr Rose Carpenter Jr RK Sturgis Ingersoll R Mershall Briley and Hendolph as directors.
Charles W. Caldwell, Williams College head coach of football and baseball for 17 years, resigns to become head coach at Princeton for both sports. A former Princeton varsity athlete, Caldwell starred in baseball in 1922-23, captained basketball as a freshman, and played fullback on the Tigers undefeated football team in his sophomore year.
The article recalls Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis soothing players like Mickey Cochrane after injuries, while later noting his stern influence on baseball. It also reports Charley Caldwell’s resignation at Williams College and a return of wrestling in Albany with promoter moves and upcoming scholastic basketball leagues signaling a busy winter for regional sports.
The Troy Boys' Club Seniors opened basketball with a 44 29 victory over Watervliet A C on the club court. Don Caswell led scoring with 13 points and Red Vetters added 12 as Andy Swata led Watervliet with 14. The home team built a 37 22 halftime margin.
Maryland War Finance committee sold 200 boxes for Stardar's aAmng Navy game with a $100,000 War Bonds purchase. Executive Vice Chairman Walter N Ruth reported fifteen boxes at 2 million dollars each and two more at 500000 dollars each. Total bond volume remains undisclosed.
Bowdoin Radar defeated Bowdoin College by 42 to 30 while DePaul beat Glenview Naval Cadets 53 to 31 and Indiana State edged Eastern Illinois 47 to 45 in reported college games.
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